Shakespeare's symmetries : the mirrored structure of action in the plays / James E. Ryan.

"The organization of Shakespeare's plays has baffled audiences and critics. While the narrative varies from play to play, thematic actions are invariably designed in mirroring pairs around the central scene: A-B-C-B-A. This symmetrical pattern is the foundation of all of Shakespeare's mature work, a...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Ryan, James E., 1941- (Author)
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, North Carolina : McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, [2016]
Subjects:
Shakespeare, William, > 1564-1616 > Technique.
Shakespeare, William, > 1564-1616.
Drama > Technique.
Technique.
Physical Description:viii, 238 pages ; 26 cm
Format: Book
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Summary:
"The organization of Shakespeare's plays has baffled audiences and critics. While the narrative varies from play to play, thematic actions are invariably designed in mirroring pairs around the central scene: A-B-C-B-A. This symmetrical pattern is the foundation of all of Shakespeare's mature work, as shown through analysis of the 26 plays in this book"-- Provided by publisher.
Call Number:PR2995 .R93 2016
Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781476663708
147666370X